Over 37,000 Ministry of Education (MOE) teachers, allied educators, and kindergarten teachers will get a 5 to 10 percent increase in their monthly salary from October 1, according to MOE. In a press release last August 16, MOE said that 35,000 education officers, 1,600 allied educators, and 800 preschool teachers in MOE-run kindergartens will receive the pay bumps.
The salaries for teachers and allied educators were previously reviewed in 2015, while the scheme for preschool teachers in MOE-run kindergartens was last introduced in 2019. MOE’s current move will ensure that the educators’ overall salary packages remain competitive, so that it can continue to attract and retain good educators.
Aside from this, the 30-year retention plan for teachers will also be enhanced. Moreover, teachers who do not hold key personnel appointments could also be eligible for a higher salary ceiling from next year, with the introduction of a general education officer (GEO) 5A substantive grade.
ENHANCED RETENTION PLAN
MOE’s 30-year retention plan for education officers, also known as the CONNECT Plan, will also be enhanced by about 20% from next year. Currently, a flat rate quantum between $3,200 and $8,320 is set aside for officers each year. The amount depends on their length of service. Payouts comprising a portion of the money accumulated are given every 3 to 5 years of their career.
From 2023, MOE said that the annual deposit quantum and payout ratio will be increased to better support the education officers in the earlier years of their career.
NEW SALARY GRADE
To better recognize the contributions of well-performing teachers who do not hold key personnel appointments (e.g., subject head or senior teacher), MOE will also establish a new general education officer (GEO) 5A substantive grade from 2023.
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MOE highlights that “teachers are the core of our education system”, which is why the Ministry will continue to provide opportunities for educators to learn and develop themselves throughout their careers.
“This includes providing in-service courses to help teachers deepen their content mastery and pedagogy, as well as exposing teachers to diverse experiences outside the classroom through external work attachments,” said the Ministry.
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Meanwhile, here are some fresh job openings from the Training Vision Institute, MOE, and Sport Singapore (formerly known as the Singapore Sports Council) for your consideration.
#1: Training Vision Institute – Business Development Trainee
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Allowance / Remuneration: S$2,500 – 3,000 monthly
Training Vision Institute is one of the leading training providers and human capital consultancy firms in Singapore since 1991. The institute believes passionately in developing human capital – an essential that contributes to the success of an individual, an organization, and a nation.
They are a WDA accredited Continuing Education & Training Centre for WSQ Employability Skills and EDGE (Executive Development & Growth for Excellence). The company provides an integrated and holistic approach to the design and methodology of training and capability development. They also offer consultancy services where customized solutions are created to suit various companies’ needs.
With 5 accessible centres, superior trainers, and excellent training methodology, Training Vision Institute makes the ideal partner for individuals’ learning needs.
Job Qualifications
Candidates must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Studies/ Administration/ Management/ Finance/ Accountancy/ Banking or equivalent.
Prior work experience not required for this position
Preferably entry-level specialized in Marketing/ Business Development or equivalent
Meticulous and resourceful
Good organization and interpersonal skills
Independent worker, ability to work under minimal supervision
Good teamwork and presentation skills
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work irregular hours at times to support events and activities
Key Responsibilities
Digital Marketing
Carry out digital marketing campaign activities and monitor digital marketing channels’ performance.
Execute digital marketing campaigns across different marketing channels to promote online presence with corporate clients and channel partners.
Events Planning and Management
Collect information, prepare reports to evaluate events, and coordinate event planning activities.
Implement and monitor event planning activities according to agreed timelines and budgetary requirements.
Market Profiling
Collect demographic data and/or psychographic descriptions of consumer profiles from various information sources.
Market Research & Analysis
Collect data by conducting research, support the analysis of market trends and developments and prepare research documentation.
Analyse market trends and developments to forecast emerging market needs.
Interpret and aggregate data and information, including categorisation, to provide observations relevant to research objectives.
Market Campaign Management
Conduct pre-campaign testing and collect information pertaining to campaign performance.
Execute marketing campaigns based on creative briefs, ensure compliance with budgetary requirements and collaborate with partners closely
Marketing Communications Plan Development
Support efforts in developing marketing communications plans.
Implement promotional briefs and assess the effectiveness of selected media options.
Social Media Marketing
Track social media activities and recommend improvements to social media marketing and promotion efforts.
Identify innovative marketing opportunities to enhance customer and corporate client engagement.
Public Relations Management
Manage public relations business communications with corporate clients and channel partners.
Support in Channel Partnering
Engage and support manager for potential channel partners to increase market share and maximize revenue
#2: Ministry of Education – Education and Career Guidance (ECG) Counsellor
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Allowance / Remuneration: Not stated
The Ministry of Education (MOE) formulates and implements education policies on education structure, curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment. It oversees the management and development of Government-funded schools, and the Institute of Technical Education, polytechnics and universities.
Job Qualifications
At least 5 years of working experience. Good industry knowledge and/or experience in education and career counselling would be an advantage
Passion for working with young people, especially in guiding them on their education and career pathways
An open mind, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity
A positive and encouraging nature
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and networking skills
Strong collaborative and time management skills
Ability to develop system and structures
Key Responsibilities
Direct services to students through
Providing individual and group counselling services for secondary, JC/CI or polytechnics and ITE students as well as students in the transition from secondary schools to JC/CI/polytechnics/ITE and JC/CI/polytechnics/ITE to Institutes of Higher Learning (IHL)/workforce respectively
Conducting ECG workshops and small group sessions for students to help them explore their strengths, interests, aspirations, education and career pathways, including admissions and employment preparation, by using ECG counselling tools and techniques
System support and development through
Enhancing ECG capacity for school/polytechnic/ITE personnel by equipping teachers/lecturers with basic ECG advising skills and organising platforms for the sharing of labour market information, latest industry trends and up-to-date polytechnics, ITE and IHL course information
Conducting consultation with teachers/lecturers to provide feedback on students’ ECG needs and synergize ECG efforts and resources
Engaging students through conducting ECG talks and organizing career fairs and industry experiences
Organizing ECG outreach to parents
Establishing strong partnerships
With relevant industries and community partners to gather the latest labour market and career information
With employers and community partners to organize ECG experiences or provide useful ECG resources for students
Between MOE schools, polytechnics, ITE, IHL, and government agencies to facilitate students’ transition to tertiary institutions and into the workforce
A statutory board of the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, Sport Singapore’s core purpose is to inspire the Singapore spirit and transform Singapore through sport. Through innovative, fun and meaningful sporting experiences, their mission is to reach out and serve communities across Singapore with passion and pride.
With Vision 2030 – Singapore’s sports master plan, their mandate goes beyond winning medals. Sport Singapore uses sport to create greater sporting opportunities and access, more inclusivity, and integration, as well as broader development of capabilities. At Sport Singapore, the team works with a vast network of public-private-people sector partners for individuals to live better through sports.
Job Qualifications
Strong project management, organization, and interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong analytical and conceptualizations
Ability to work in teams, multi-task, and adapt to change
Able to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment, both in teams as well as independently
Positive vibes with strong interpersonal skills to interact with people of different age range
Key Responsibilities
They are looking for someone to develop sports volunteerism and raise the quality of sports volunteering by providing leadership and guidance to the team in areas of recruitment, opportunities, learning and growth, recognition, and continuous engagement of sports volunteers.
Build a nationwide movement by being a platform that offers multi-faceted and meaningful opportunities for Team Nila to give back through sport.
Enrich and empower by providing leadership training programmes for Team Nila who are committed and have displayed leadership qualities.
Deepen volunteer engagement by offering meaningful opportunities through deliberate designing of programmes and actively engaging Team Nila via various platforms i.e. social media, celebrations, and appreciations.
Create pilots and support activities for social lab and experimentation
Singapore’s most prized resource is its people. This is why the government has invested immensely on education. From standardized curriculum to national benchmark tests, the Ministry of Education (MOE) ensured that its citizens are offered world-class education.
That said, it is understandable if you want to give your child a head start or extra support that he or she needs for school. To help your child get ahead from the curve, you can hire a tutor.
But first, here are some tips you must consider:
1. KNOW A TUTOR’S AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
When choosing the right tutor for your child, it is important to know their qualifications and specializations. Some tutors are not able to guide or answer students sufficiently because they are not familiar with the updated syllabi from MOE.
On the other hand, it makes sense that a specialized teacher is suited to teach a particular subject matter. For instance, if your child struggles in Mathematics, do you hire a tutor that only focuses on English?
2. CAREFULLY CHOOSE THE TYPE OF SERVICES
You can either choose from agencies or private tutors. A friend of mine hired a tutor for her Secondary 2 child that costed her about S$25-30 per hour. This amount includes more than 2 subjects already!
As you can see, the price that you are bound to pay really depends on the type of service and the student’s educational level. Certainly, it is cheaper to hire the same tutor to teach a Primary 1 student than a Secondary 5 one.
3. RESEARCH ON THE RECOMMENDED TUTORS
To get the most of your money and ensure high quality services, it is best if you gathered information on the top or recommended tutors in the area. Doing a Google search of the keywords tutor and Singapore will lead you to many popular tuition centers or agencies such as ChampionTutor and EliteSG Tutors.
ChampionTutor consists of a variety of private tutors that are qualified to teach students from preschool to university level. You can hire them for music lessons too. While EliteSGTutors focus on Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry subjects. You can hire them for PSLE and other elementary level exams too.
4. DETERMINE THE NUMBER OF HOURS
Most parents hire tutors for 1-1.5 hours a week while intensifying it with 2-3 hours a week as important examinations draw near. This is why, the schedule and the fee for tutors may change every month.
Organize your finances and promptly pay the tuition fee by having a personal copy of the tutor’s working hours in an Excel Spreadsheet or in a small notebook.
5. COMMUNICATE WITH THE TUTOR
Much like a box of assorted chocolates, every tutor has a distinct “flavor and spice” when it comes to working one-on-one with children. Sit down with the potential tutors and ask them about their proposed study plan, schedule of sessions, and learning goals.
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This way, you can examine if you two are on the same ground. 🙂
